A Southport man who has revived the town’s Christmas parade has collected over 300 toys for disabled children.

Adam Brown told Visiter.co.uk that he was disappointed when the much loved parade was cancelled two years ago, and dreamed of bringing it back.

Now, thanks to the support of Southport’s business community, Adam is set to realise his dream. He has so far received over 300 toys, which will be presented to the young people at the Springbrook centre on the day of the march.

Adam, from Southport, said : “When planning the parade I never thought it would get such positive response.

“I’m so glad I can bring the parade back to Southport as I think it is what the town is missing, I know we have the spectacular light switch on which I am very much looking forward to going too but I feel we still need a parade.

"We have over 300 toy donations from local businesses, and the kind people of Southport and surrounding areas. We have had donations sent from London it is truly amazing, as if it wasn’t for the kindness and generosity of shops and people it wouldn’t be possible,

"I have put my heart and soul into creating something special for the town to come out a see and for the children at Springbrook. I can’t wait to see their faces they are going to love it all.”

SVIS Picture Rob Lovett16th November 2008Myrtle the Turtle on board at the Christmas Parade.

The Christmas parade will set off from Southport's Pleasureland at around 12.30pm on December 6, and head down the Promenade to the Lakeside Inn. They will then turn back, and head back toward the Pleasureland roundabout, and then down Victoria Way, through Lord Street’s roundabout and onto to Lord Street West. They will then march down Lulworth Road, Waterloo Road and Liverpool Road. The parade will end at the scout hut on Pinfold Lane.

The parade will feature a procession of vehicles, including; Chris Shaw’s Christmas truck, an Everton FC bus,a Liverpool FC bus, fire engines, a santa’s winter wonderland float, a Jack in the Box float, and a strong presence from the north west biker community.